Commission approves conditional use permit for shoreline excavation, stabilizing slope and boat access
Mar 4, 2025
The board approved a conditional use permit allowing excavation and grading of about 3,000 cubic yards within the Conservation District to stabilize an eroding slope, construct access features, and level a future home site; approval included three Planning Commission conditions and unanimous vote.
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Traverse County commissioners approved a Conditional Use Permit to excavate, grade and fill roughly 3,000 cubic yards within a Conservation District and an adjacent steep slope to stabilize erosion, add two stairways, a boat access pathway and ramp, retaining walls and a water-oriented accessory structure. Zoning Administrator Ben Oleson presented the Planning Commission's recommendation for approval with three conditions; Commissioner Dwight Nelson moved to accept the recommendation and findings of fact, Commissioner Chad Metz seconded, and the motion passed unanimously.
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